EV Tires: Driving the Future of Mobility

Hamid Iqbal

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EV Tires: Driving the Future of Mobility

All, Blog, General Industry News, Market & Trade TrendsSeptember 11, 2025373Views 0Likes 0Comments

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are no longer a niche category; they are becoming the backbone of the global automotive industry. With rapid adoption worldwide—led by China—a new demand has emerged: specialized EV tyres. These tyres are engineered differently from conventional PCR (Passenger Car Radial) tyres, designed to handle EV-specific challenges such as higher torque, heavier battery…

Exploring Oman: Strengthening Partnerships & Driving Strategic Growth

All, Blog, Market & Trade TrendsAugust 5, 2025789Views 1Like 0Comments

In December 2024, I had the opportunity to visit the Oman market for the very first time — a major milestone, considering Oman is one of our most promising and high-potential regions. The objective was clear: ✅ Deepen relationships with existing clients ✅ Build trust with new partners ✅ Understand market challenges firsthand ✅ And…

What Tyre Patterns Move Fast in the GCC? – My Top 5 Picks from the ONYX Line

All, Blog, Market & Trade TrendsJune 20, 2025458Views 0Likes 0Comments

If you’ve ever worked in the tyre trade across the GCC—be it in UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, or Bahrain—you’ll agree on one thing: tyres are not just about rubber and tread. They’re about reputation. Your reputation. Your customer's uptime. Your bottom line. As someone who works daily with fleets, importers, and regional distributors, I’m…

Why Premium Chinese Tyres Cost More — And Why They’re Worth It

All, Blog, Tyre Technology & Product InnovationMay 20, 2025680Views 0Likes 0Comments

In recent years, premium Chinese tyre brands have reshaped the global market—evolving from low-cost alternatives into serious contenders for fleets, distributors, and commercial buyers. But with better quality comes higher prices. So, what makes top-tier Chinese tyres more expensive today than they used to be? Let’s break it down simply—component by component—and see why every…

Why Onyx Tyres Deliver Real Value Over Budget Chinese Brands

All, Blog, Tyre Technology & Product InnovationApril 25, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Stop buying cheap. Start buying smart. If you’re still chasing the cheapest tyre on the market, it’s time for a serious rethink. You’re not alone—most tyre importers and dealers have been there. But if you're in this business for the long haul, the brand you sell needs to work for you, not against you. Let’s…

Navigating the EU’s Tariffs on Chinese Truck Tyres: What Buyers Need to Know in 2025

All, Market & Trade Trends, NewsMarch 20, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The European Commission has once again extended anti-dumping and anti-subsidy tariffs on truck and bus tyres imported from China. While this move is intended to support European manufacturers, its ripple effects are already being felt across the supply chain—from tyre importers to fleet operators struggling with rising costs. First enforced in January 2025, these tariffs…

Hamid Iqbal